Guidelines on writing to a member of Parliament

Introduce yourself as a concerned member of the public or as a representative of your service

Clearly state the purpose of your For example: ‘I am writing to urge your support for/opposition to…’ OR ‘I am writing to ask you to support/ oppose …’

Focus on one issue Explain your concerns and how they impact the wider community and you as a voter. Support your personal views and experiences with facts. Don’t allow your letter to become longwinded. Stay focused and stick to your main points.

Sample letters, postcard campaigns and emails are usually considered to be less effective than a handwritten or printed and signed Personalise sample letters to portray your own views and experience, and always use your own words.

Ask for a response to your letter

Let the MP know if you have met, voted for or assisted with their election campaign

Never be rude, condescending or Always be polite and courteous.

Don’t forget to include your name, address, contact telephone number and email address

Encourage others who feel strongly about the issue to write to their local MP as well

Encourage local MPs who support your position with thankyou letter

Write to the appropriate MP and not all of them

Address your letter using the MP’s correct name and title

Letters to Members of the House of Representatives in Canberra should be addressed to:

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Acknowledgment of Country

We acknowledge and pay our respects to the traditional owners of the lands across the areas we service, particularly the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, traditional owners of the land on which our office is located.